County Council Vote Reduces Funding for Public Campaign Financing in Anne Arundel

The Anne Arundel County Council has voted to reduce funding for the county’s public campaign financing program. The decision has drawn criticism from advocates of campaign finance reform, who argue the program is essential for reducing the influence of corporate money in local elections.

James Kitchin, the only candidate for County Executive running on the public financing system, has spoken out about the importance of maintaining the program.